31 July 2014

Cheese and Parsley Pide

Fresh cheeses (ricotta, quark, cottage and farmers cheese...) are so versatile. You can use them for so many creations, from savoury to sweet dishes.
The other day I found this recipe at a blog that I follow:http://mutfagimdanpaylasimlar.blogspot.com.au/2014/07/peynirli-pide.html
I made Pide before, but wanted to taste this-one with parsley and cheese. Delicious!Ingredients: (for 2 large or 4 small)
2 cups flour
1 tbs oil
3/4 tsp yeast
1/2 tsp salt
pinch of sugar
1 3/4 cups water
-Filling
250 g ricotta
100 g tasty (or cheddar, grated)
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs, beaten (leave a bit for brushing edges of dough)
1 small bunch parley leaves, chopped
white pepper to taste

Method:
Make dough as you would for pizza. Let it double, covered.
In another bowl, mix all ingredients for filling. Preheat oven to 180*C.
Divide dough into 2 or 4. Roll out each into an oval, spread with filling leaving 2-3cm edges empty. Return edges towards centre, pressing overlaps. Brush edges with reserved egg. Place pide onto flat baking pans and bake for 15+ minutes.